After years of conflict in Yemen, the humanitarian fallout for civilians has led to one of the world’s most severe and debilitating crises. But there is beauty to be found in Yemen as well.

Over the past 15 years, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons has grown from a grassroots movement to a major international coalition. The success of ICAN in turning the Nuclear Ban Treaty into a reality shows the power of non-state diplomacy.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Albanese’s speech about US-Australia relations, a further 20 flights back to Australia, and more.